Wimbledon Beaumont

Inside this issue

Celebrating 25 years! • CQC Rating GOOD • Visits from local children and young adults • Life in and around Wimbledon Beaumont • Coming events and dates for diaries

Goodbye !

For those who have not heard through the grapevine I resigned at the end of June but agreed to stay in my post until the company found a replacement. I am not very good at goodbyes hence this written farewell but I really did need to say how much I have enjoyed my 11 years at Wimbledon and to pay tribute to the numerous outstanding staff that have made our home such a lovely environment for us to work and our residents to live. I could easily write chapters on our loyal dedicated staff, many with service records far longer than that of my own, but to do so would undermine the essence of our success; teamwork, tolerance, compassion and understanding, the qualities that have made Wimbledon Beaumont a home with such an outstanding reputation. We are passionate about our residents and there are just so many of our residents and relatives past and present that have left a lasting impression on me for a variety of reasons and I often sit at my desk and reflect on conversations and incidents, the Christmas parties, barbecues and occasions when the home has been full of laughter and I shall very much miss the warm and vibrant environment that has also been ‘my home’ for all these years. Unfortunately I am also not very good at showing my appreciation but there are times too numerous to mention that so very many of our staff have gone far beyond the call of duty to ensure our residents and family receive the dedicated care and emotional support that Wimbledon Beaumont is renowned for so I pay tribute to the commitment, loyalty and devotion of all our staff. I want to thank our heads of department for putting up with me and all our staff who have made Wimbledon Beaumont such a privilege and pleasure for me to be a part of. I wish you all and your new General Manager the very best for the future. Kind regards Paul

Wimbledon Beaumont

Arterberry Road, SW20 8AG

Tel: 020 8944 8299 • www.barchester.com

News in and around Wimbledon Beaumont

Visitors welcome!

We welcome visitors to Wimbledon Beaumont and are fortunate to have ongoing ties with several local schools. Our visitors range in age from nursery school children to teenagers and young adults and our residents tell us they really enjoy these visits and the variety of interesting activities the children and young people share with us. CQC Rating GOOD

We are proud to have been rated GOOD when we were visited in June by the CQC. We are always striving to improve. Remember you can review us at carehome.co.uk

Fun with crafts and flower arranging

Celebrating 25 years!

On 28th October this year Barchester Care Community will be celebrating its 25 year anniversary! We will be hosting a Cheese and Wine Event from 11am-4pm with Live Entertainment

Residents and guests Christmas

Party is Tues 12th Dec from 6.00pm

Coming Soon… Macmillan Tea Party Bella Fashions Clothes Sale 23rd October Church of England Holy Communion 24th October

News in and around Wimbledon Beaumont

News from Chef Chris Hi let me introduce myself, I’m Chris your head chef. Firstly I’d like to say that my office/kitchen door is always open to all residents and families who have any concerns or requests regarding their eating requirements. Having been at the recent residents forums I have picked up that residents feel they would like more choice. I’d like to make it clear that the menu is developed to bring balanced and nutritious meals, but is essentially a guide to give structure to the dining day and as I have said at the forums, it has and always will be my motto, just ask! If we can do it and it’s reasonable we will try and bring the resident what they want to eat. One caveat is that we do need at least a day’s notice on most things, but if it’s having different fruit or breakfast, it can be done there and then. As always just ask either myself or my second chef Angel will be happy to help.

Music

Musical Entertainment is very popular with our residents, whose tastes range through all genres.

Birthdays Birthdays are always important and celebrated as our residents prefer, quietly or with a big celebration!

Playing Bridge with friends

One of Triplets! Mrs Christine Harding celebrated her 80th

Birthday recently

A few words from Barchester

Barchester Healthcare was founded in 1992 by Mike Parsons, after he discovered from his own personal experience just how difficult it was to find a good quality care home for two relatives in need of nursing care. With aims to create a better alternative, he bought Moreton Hill, a 17th century farm that he converted into a unique care home. 25 years on, Barchester is one of the top care providers in the UK, caring for over 10,000 residents across the country. To celebrate our 25th year, many Barchester homes across the country will be hosting events that are open to everyone, such as afternoon teas, anniversary parties and much more!

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The Barchester Care Awards & Barchester in Bloom

The Barchester Care Awards and Barchester in Bloom are annual events that are held to showcase the very best talent that Barchester has to offer. The care awards celebrates the fantastic individuals who work and volunteer in Barchester care homes across the UK; and Barchester in Bloom aims to promote and recognise the beautiful outdoor spaces tended by residents and staff members. Both award ceremonies will be held in October, when finalists will find out whether they’ve won. Good luck to all our divisional winners and thank you to everyone who nominated someone!

Celebrating Barchester’s 25th Anniversary

World Alzheimer’s Day Your Care Rating

Held annually on 21st September, World Alzheimer’s Day is a chance of organisations around the world to concentrate their efforts on raising awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Barchester care homes across the country will be hosting a variety of events to mark this occasion, such as reminiscence sessions, which will give everyone a chance to remember their most precious memories over a cup of tea and biscuits.

Ann takes on the ultimate cycling challenge Carer, Ann Soden, who works at Sutton Grange, cycled a thousand miles, from Land’s End to John O’Groats, to raise money for Barchester’s Charitable Foundation. Cycling is a bit of a hobby for Ann, but she had never done anything like this before – the entire trek took her around 2 weeks, starting on 4th July and finishing on 17th, with an average of around 8 hours per day on a her saddle. She chose to raise money for the Foundation because, “The work Barchester does goes above and beyond. They give back to so many people and communities, and they really do make a huge difference to people’s lives." In total, Ann managed to raise over £350 – well done!

Your Care Rating is the largest annual independent survey conducted on behalf of care home providers in the UK. It gives residents, their relatives and friends the opportunity to express their views about a range of issues, in confidence. At Barchester, we are committed to delivering the highest standard of care, and feedback from the survey helps us to continually improve our services. This year’s survey packs will be given to all residents in early September 2017. We would be sincerely grateful if you would provide your loved ones with any support required to complete the survey. Please note that this first survey is for residents only and should represent the resident’s own views. A separate ‘Family and Friends’ survey, where you can give your own views will be posted in mid-October 2017.